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New Tutorials and Pages
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![EASTER & SPRING DESIGNS]()
Enjoy scrolling through this thorough list of free Easter machine embroidery designs to decorate clothes, household items, and projects for gift giving this spring.
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![Hand Sewing Stitches & Techniques]()
Learn hand sewing stitches and techniques to mend clothing, create projects, and decorate and embellish clothes or other items.
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![How to add a fun fabric border to the bottom of a towel]()
Dress up some hand towels with a fabric border added to the bottom. These make great gifts!
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![How to make a Double Fold Binding or French Fold Binding for Quilts]()
Sew strips of fabric together to make a double-fold binding for the next quilt project such as a quilt, wall hanging, mug rug, or placemat.
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![How to make a No-Sew Sleeveless Top for a Fashion Doll]()
Create an easy and pretty no-sew sleeveless top for a fashion doll. This is so simple and looks great!
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![How to Sew a Catnip Toy from Scrap Fabric]()
Create a fun catnip pillow for your feline friend in just 5 minutes! Easy DIY project, perfect for all skill levels. Keep your cat entertained and happy!
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![How to Sew Lined Back Tab Curtains (with or without a lining)]()
Learn how to sew back tab curtains with a lining. These curtains have hidden tabs used to hold them on the curtain rod.
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![RUG PATTERNS & TUTORIALS]()
Find crochet rug patterns to make a variety of rugs from yarn, t-shirt yarn, jute, blanket yarn, and clothesline cording that can be used indoors or out.
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![Scrapbooking Tips and Tricks]()
Use these scrapbooking tips and tricks to make memories come alive and last forever with scrapbooking techniques for beginners and pros alike!
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![Totally Scrappy Quilt]()
Create a stunning Totally Scrappy Quilt using leftover fabric! Learn more about transforming scraps into a beautiful quilt.
Trending this Week
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![How to Keep Bobbin Thread from Unraveling]()
This quick sewing tip shows how to use inexpensive, clear plastic tubing as a bobbin thread holder and stop thread from unraveling.
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![Knook]()
Learn to Knook. Knooking is the new knitting, and you will find many videos and tutorials on knitting with a crochet hook. We also have books and free patterns!
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![JELLY ROLL QUILTS & PROJECTS]()
Explore the many free jelly roll quilt patterns as well as other jelly roll projects. These fun precuts reduce cutting and speed up sewing!
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![How to Tie a Flat Bow Tutorial with One Sided Ribbon]()
How to tie a flat bow with one sided ribbon so the pattern shows on the front.
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![LOOM KNITTING PROJECTS]()
Free loom knitting projects with basic loom knitting patterns as well as loom knit hat patterns and beautiful patterns for loom knit blankets. You'll find patterns for scarves, pillows, and more!
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![How to Make a Simple Button Bookmark]()
Learn how to make a super simple and cute button paper clip bookmark with this tutorial.
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![Thread - Conversion Charts]()
Our extensive list of over 80 machine embroidery thread conversion charts for all types of embroidery thread - Brother, Coats & Clark, ARC, and more.
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![PLASTIC CANVAS CRAFTS]()
This is the place for free plastic canvas crafts and patterns! See everyday and seasonal free plastic tissue box patterns, free patterns for accessories, organization, jewelry and much more.
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![60+ Indoor Home Activities and Crafts for Kids]()
This post list many different types of activities to keep kids busy on rainy or snowy days, including during the pandemic. These include crafts, baking, games.
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![DIY Crinkle Tag Toy for Baby]()
Tag toys are popular baby toys. Learn how to sew a fun, easy, creative and inexpensive crinkly tag toy.
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![DIY Reading Book Pocket Pillow Pattern (Free Pattern)]()
Learn how to sew a pillow with book pocket with this free pattern and tutorial. A book pillow makes a fun gift for kids of all ages.
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![Easter Loop Yarn Wreath]()
How to make an Easter Loop Yarn Wreath
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![How to make T-shirt yarn Tutorial (T-Yarn)]()
This tutorial will show how to make t-shirt yarn. T-shirt yarn is made from cutting up old t-shirts and can be used to crochet and knit..
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![How to make a No-Sew 3D Fabric Snowflake]()
These 3D fabric snowflakes are wonderful fabric Christmas ornaments. This tutorial shows how to make a no-sew snowflake decoration out of fabric.
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![How to Sew A Fabric Bookmark]()
Learn how to make a simple fabric bookmark with this video tutorial and written step-by-step instructions.
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Free Items of the Week
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General Crafts
These easy DIY paper origami shamrock crafts are made with origami paper and a fun wooden pot. It's the perfect DIY decor idea for St. Patrick's Day!
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Design Improvised
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Create a beautiful pour-painted shamrock. This unique St. Patrick's Day art project will make a fun decoration!
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Twitchetts
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Discover how to create an adorable St. Patrick’s Day gnome planter using a mason jar, paper, and faux fur!
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Crafting Cheerfully
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Kids Corner
This is the perfect craft idea for kids to make for St. Patrick's Day.
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Mama Llama Llama
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Knitting
In this blog post, you will learn how to make an arm-knit a cusshion using thick, chunky yarn and these step-by-step photo instructions.
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Gathered How
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Machine Embroidery
Decorate for spring with this adorable free bunny rabbit outline design.
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Oma's Place
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Sewing
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At this blog post, learn how to make a reversible fabric pie carrier that keeps the pie dish horizontal and safe during transport.
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Hello Sewing
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